10/5/23 Happening at Hutchison
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Message from the PrincipalWe are excitedly planning for the upcoming Herndon Homecoming Parade on October 14th! Did you know that we earned 1st place last year! We want to continue to be the reigning champs! This year’s category is Through the Decades. Our theme is Groovy Greatness and we will celebrate the 1975 establishment of Hutchison Elementantary! Next week we launch our Community Connection & Coffee! We will offer 9:30 (In-person) and 7:00 PM (Virtual) sessions to accommodate family schedules. Please see the schedule below: Take good care, Sarah C. Aiello |
Contact:Sarah Aiello |
INDIGENOUS PEOPLES’ DAY: October 9th: No SchoolIndigenous Peoples' Day honors the histories, cultures, and contributions of Native peoples, past and present. This year, Monday, October 9, is a student holiday and staff development day. Learn more about Indigenous Peoples’ Day from the National Museum of the American Indian. See the complete school year calendar. |
POC:Maureen Griffin |
Community Connection & Principal Coffee Schedule & Topic
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Eagles In Action! |
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Family Science Night–Tuesday, October 24 6:00-7:30 PMBring the whole family for an evening of fun, discovery, and science learning! Try different hands-on activities related to science, technology, engineering, and math! |
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Title 1 Parent Advisory Representative for Hutchison Elementary & Parent GroupIf you’re interested in representing Hutchison at Title Parent Meetings and/or support a PTA, please sign-up here Hutchison Parent Engagement. Ms. Aiello will be in touch with next steps. |
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Herndon Homecoming Parade & Pep RallyThis year’s Herndon Homecoming theme is Through the Decades. Hutchison will be celebrating the 70’s decade and showing up in our Groovy Greatness attire. We are the reigning champs from 22-23. And would like to keep our title. We are looking for a community member who would be interested in helping drive for us in the parade. If you have a pick up truck or vintage car that you would be willing to drive, please email @email The parade is on Saturday, October 14 from 8a.m. - 11 a.m. Reigning Champion–Hutchison Elementary! |
Contact:Jackie Wilson |
How can I help my child read and spell words?Amplify (click on phonics) offers ideas for at-home activities for younger students to develop foundational skills. The Institute of Education Sciences has great resource videos with materials to improve spelling and reading skills. The National Center on Improving Literacy has a toolkit for parents that includes videos, infographics, and activities for parents. |
Contact:Amanda Salvo |
CogAT Home Language Opt in Letters2nd Grade and Some 3rd-6th Grade StudentsIf you received a cogAT testing parent notification home language opt-in form, please return them to your child's teacher ASAP, if you want your child to have the cogAT directions read to them in their home language. Testing will begin October 10th. On October 10th, 11th and 12th we will be testing each morning - please make sure your child arrives at school on time. |
Contact:Wendy West |
Student Testing Results
During fall parent conferences, teachers will share these results with you as well. |
Contact:Wendy West |
SEL Screener: Wednesday, October 11th Grades 3-6One of the ways FCPS supports the mental wellness of all students is the SEL Screener. The screener is offered to all students in grades 3-12 in October and again in February or March. It addresses skills like achieving goals, understanding and managing emotions, establishing and maintaining relationships with adults and peers, and making responsible decisions. The SEL Screener also helps students evaluate their school community’s efforts to make them feel valued, included, and supported. Screener data is used to create the learning, experiences, and environments students need to be successful. Key updates to the screener this year include: Different versions for students in grades 3-5 and 6-12.
SEL Screener results are sent to families via postal mail. Families who wish to opt their child out should complete the opt-out form in the Annual Notice packet or in SIS ParentVUE. For more information, please visit the Social-Emotional Learning (SEL) Screener webpage or contact your child’s school. Please note that the SEL Screener differs from the anonymous Fairfax County Youth Survey. |
Roselyn Abrigo |
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Updates from the County |
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We All Belong at SchoolEach one of us is unique, and every student matters. If your student is having a difficult time attending class, please speak with a trusted adult at school. There are solutions. Watch this video to see how everyone belongs at school. Visit our Attendance webpage for resources on attendance. Attend today, achieve tomorrow! |
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Hollie Daniel |
Substitutes to Receive High-Volume Pay on High-Volume DaysThe School Board has approved a list of 18 days for substitutes to receive high-volume pay. All teacher substitutes will receive their hourly pay plus an additional $80 for each high-volume day they work. See the list of high-volume days and more information. A bonus program for substitutes who accept more than the 10 required days has also been approved. Substitutes working 50 days within a school year, will earn a $200 bonus. Substitutes working 100 days within a school year, will earn a $300 bonus. Substitutes working 150 days within a school year, will earn a $400 bonus. Get more information on this sub bonus program. Make a SUBstantial Difference! FCPS is always looking for kind and caring substitute teachers. Weekly virtual substitute teacher information sessions are held each Wednesday from 2 to 3 p.m. Register for an upcoming session on Wednesday, September 27, and Wednesday, October 4. |
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Attendance Tip: Scheduling Family Trips or EventsGood attendance is an important life skill that will help students succeed in school and beyond. When scheduling trips or family events, try to use weekends and school holidays, and refer to the FCPS Calendar when planning. Every day of learning is a day toward success. Keep in mind that absences add up quickly. Students who are absent 10% of the school year (or just two days per month) are considered chronically absent. When possible, schedule appointments for your child outside of school hours. If your child needs to miss school because of an illness or another reason, you must report the absence to the school. Most schools have links to their attendance email or notification systems on their home pages. If you are unsure how to report an absence, please call your school’s front office. Watch this video with tips on understanding our school calendar and visit our Attendance webpage for additional information. Attend today, and achieve tomorrow! |
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Our School, Our Future: Community Conversation Kick OffJoin Superintendent Dr. Michelle Reid for Our Schools, Our Future: A Community Conversation. Share your thoughts about FCPS and bring your questions to:
Pre-registration for a Community Conversation is not required but will help us plan. Childcare and interpretation services will be provided for all events based on staff availability. Events are open to all. Find out about other opportunities to connect with Dr. Reid. Your voice matters! |
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Supporting Your Child’s Mental HealthChildren go through a lot of changes, and it can be hard to tell if their behavior is developmentally appropriate or if they could benefit from mental health support. It’s important to talk to your child and pay attention to their actions, especially these warning signs:
If you notice any of these warning signs or feel your child may be experiencing a mental health challenge, help is available. All Fairfax County public schools have at least one school counselor, school psychologist, and school social worker. Please reach out to one of these staff members to discuss your concerns and identify resources. Call your school or visit their website for staff members’ contact information. Find additional information to support your child’s wellness. If you or someone you care about is experiencing a mental health crisis such as thoughts of harming themselves or others, please take action right away. Call 988, go to the nearest emergency room, or contact the Sharon Bulova Center for Community Health Emergency Services at 703-573-5679. |
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Projects Funded by Recent BondsThanks to the support of Fairfax County citizens who approved the 2019 and 2021 bond referendums, projects have been funded at Armstrong, Bonnie Brae, Braddock, Bren Mar Park, Brookfield, Crossfield, Dranesville, Fox Mill, Herndon, Hybla Valley, Lees Corner, Louise Archer, Mosaic, Oak Hill, Wakefield Forest, Washington Mill, and Willow Springs, elementary schools; Cooper and Frost middle schools; and Centreville, Falls Church, Justice, Madison, and West Potomac high schools. Not only do our facilities wear out over time, but they also become outdated, from both a technological and instructional standpoint. FCPS renovates its schools to ensure that students across the division have high quality, effective learning environments. Watch some of the ribbon-cutting celebrations. Follow the status of FCPS capital projects for updates on renovation projects. The 2023 Bond Referendum will be on the ballot in November. Vote on Tuesday, November 7. Learn about registering to vote. |
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Katy Curran
